Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)Looking to lose that spare tire? Ideal weight 200+? Frustrated being a large cyclist in a sport geared for the ultra-light? Learn about the bikes and parts that can take the abuse of a heavier cyclist, how to keep your body going while losing the weight, and get support from others who've been successful.

So I have been getting ready for my first race when couple days before I started feeling bad. I chalked it up to nerves and just took it easy. Saturday comes and I am hurting bad. Every joint is killing me and again I chalk it and the shivering all night to nerves . I get home that afternoon after racing and just wipe out. I am shivering and hurting. Take my temp and I am 102.8.

But even with being sick I am so proud of my self for pushing on and doing it. I know know that I can do anything I set my mind to.